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Java Basics Courses

Java Basics courses can help you learn object-oriented programming, data types, control structures, and exception handling. You can build skills in writing efficient code, debugging, and using Java libraries to enhance functionality. Many courses introduce tools like Integrated Development Environments (IDEs) such as Eclipse or IntelliJ IDEA, which streamline coding and testing processes, along with version control systems like Git to manage code changes effectively.


Popular Java Basics Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction To Java Database Connectivity - JDBC

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Java, Database Application, Database Development, Databases, Software Development, Data Storage, Program Development, Computer Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    84 reviews

    Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Preview
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    N

    Northeastern University

    Application Engineering and Development Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Java, Software Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Modeling, Test Data, User Interface (UI) Design, Application Development, Computer Programming, Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Java Programming, File I/O, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Android Development, Application Development, Integrated Development Environments, Algorithms, Debugging, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Java Concepts Through a Real-World Case Study

    Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Software Documentation, Application Design, Software Testing, Performance Tuning, Data Persistence

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California San Diego

    Learn to Teach Java: Boolean Expressions, If Statements, and Iteration

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Java, Teaching, Program Development, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Integrated Development Environments, Computational Logic, Pseudocode, Algorithms, Test Case

    2.8
    Rating, 2.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    OOP concepts, Collections and Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Design, Data Structures, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    B

    Board Infinity

    Java EE Essentials: Best Practices for Enterprise Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Software Design Patterns, Java, Enterprise Architecture, Secure Coding, Application Servers, Software Design, Model View Controller, Software Architecture, Application Security, Maintainability, Programming Principles, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Debugging, Scalability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Java Control Flow, IDE, and Object-Oriented Programming

    Skills you'll gain: IntelliJ IDEA, Integrated Development Environments, Java, Development Environment, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Codio

    Java: Non-Linear Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Graph Theory, Algorithms, Java, Theoretical Computer Science, Performance Tuning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Java Fundamentals - Getting Started with Java

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Software Development Life Cycle, Program Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Software Development, Integrated Development Environments, Command-Line Interface, Linux Commands

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Java for Beginners: Hands-On Course with Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Software Design, Integrated Development Environments, Debugging, File Management, Data Structures

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Java for Beginners: Loops & Arrays

    Skills you'll gain: Java, Application Development, Java Programming, Software Engineering, Microsoft Visual Studio, Algorithms

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular java basics courses

  • Introduction To Java Database Connectivity - JDBC: Coursera
  • Application Engineering and Development Part 2: Northeastern University
  • The Complete Java Developer Course: From Beginner to Master: Packt
  • Apply Java Concepts Through a Real-World Case Study: EDUCBA
  • Learn to Teach Java: Boolean Expressions, If Statements, and Iteration: University of California San Diego
  • OOP concepts, Collections and Data Structures: Packt
  • Java EE Essentials: Best Practices for Enterprise Solutions: Board Infinity
  • Java Control Flow, IDE, and Object-Oriented Programming: Packt
  • Java: Non-Linear Data Structures: Codio
  • Java Fundamentals - Getting Started with Java: Packt

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